Demand Planner

Location: Chichester, West Sussex (Hybrid - 1 day WFH) Salary: £37,000 per annum (£18.25 per hour equivalent) Job Type: Full-time Temp to Perm - Flexible start times Sector: Manufacturing

We are currently recruiting for a Demand Planner on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business based in Chichester. This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity for an organised and proactive planning professional to join a growing Planning & Procurement team.Reporting to the Head of Planning & Procurement, you will play a key role in converting customer demand into achievable production plans, ensuring materials, manufacturing schedules and stock levels are aligned to meet customer expectations.

Demand Planner - Position Overview

• Create and maintain item codes, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production routings within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.


• Process customer orders and create Sales Orders and Production Orders in line with manufacturing capacity and lead times.


• Raise Purchase Orders for bespoke and free-issue materials.


• Manage component stock levels to support production while minimising shortages and excess inventory.


• Track customer orders throughout the manufacturing process, resolving planning or supply issues as they arise.


• Provide regular updates on order progress, risks and lead times to internal stakeholders.


• Liaise closely with Production, Procurement and Quality teams to ensure on-time delivery.


• Maintain accurate ERP data to support production planning and inventory management.

Demand Planner - Position Requirements

• Previous experience within a Demand Planning, Production Planning, Supply Chain or Materials Planning role.


• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.


• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.


• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.


• Confident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally.


• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or another ERP/MRP system is advantageous.


• Manufacturing, FMCG or contract manufacturing experience would be beneficial.

Demand Planner - Position Remuneration

£37,000 per annum (£18.25 per hour equivalent). Temp-to-perm opportunity. Hybrid working (1 day per week from home). 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (upon permanent employment). Free on-site parking. Monday to Friday - Flexible start times between 7-9am to suit candidates work-life balance Opportunity to join an established and growing manufacturing business with long-term career prospects.